NFM Weekly Digest: Top Stories Of The Week
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In this edition of the NFM Weekly Digest, we highlight the major stories and important conversations that shaped the week, particularly those impacting women and gender discourse. From music and philanthropy to digital advocacy and policy developments, here are the top stories:
- Tiwa Savage Launches Music Foundation to Nurture Young African Music Creatives
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Tiwa Savage, has officially launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, a philanthropic initiative dedicated to nurturing emerging African creators across the continent. This is in partnership with Berklee College, the world’s largest independent college of music, famous for its courses in jazz, modern American music, rock, hip hop, and reggae.
- Naija Feminists Media Twitter Account Locked Amid SGBV Advocacy
The X account of Naija Feminists Media was locked and later had its reach reduced during an online advocacy campaign on sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). The founder, Simbiat Bakare, has called on X to restore the account fully and protect feminist voices online.
- Simi X Account Not Deactivated or Suspended
A February 24, 2026, Facebook post by Gistlover claiming that Simi deactivated her account following a daycare controversy and an investigation announcement by National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) is false, as her verified X account remains active with no evidence of suspension or deactivation. Simi has recently faced online harassment after speaking out against rape and calling for accountability.
- BBNaija’s Imisioluwa Eniola Becomes SoftCanada Brand Ambassador
Imisioluwa Eniola Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi and winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, has officially been appointed as a brand ambassador for SoftCanada. This new development was announced on her X handle (formerly Twitter) on Monday, February 23, 2026.
- Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Bill Seeking Death Penalty for Child Rape Convictions in US
U.S. Congresswoman Nancy Mace has introduced the Death Penalty for Child Rapists Act, a bill that would allow the death penalty for individuals convicted of sexually abusing children under federal and military law. It is part of her broader push for accountability in child sexual abuse cases.
